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Things to see, do and explore across North America.Fri, 13 Jul 2018 16:07:01 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.1Statement regarding incident in Ohiohttps://bloggreyhound.com/news/statement-regarding-incident-in-ohio/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=statement-regarding-incident-in-ohio
https://bloggreyhound.com/news/statement-regarding-incident-in-ohio/#commentsFri, 13 Jul 2018 16:07:01 +0000Alexhttp://bloggreyhound.com/?post_type=news&p=4437Upon our investigation, we determined that this was not an act of discrimination. In fact, English is not the driver’s first language either. Our policy states that customers must be transported to the destination that is printed on their tickets, and the customers were upset and became unruly when the driver refused to drop them

]]>Upon our investigation, we determined that this was not an act of discrimination. In fact, English is not the driver’s first language either. Our policy states that customers must be transported to the destination that is printed on their tickets, and the customers were upset and became unruly when the driver refused to drop them off in another city about 32 miles outside of Cincinnati. We have a zero tolerance policy against unruly or disruptive behavior onboard, and if customers exhibit this type of behavior, even after being warned, the driver will pull the bus over in a safe location and remove the customers from the bus. We have attempted to contact the two customers involved to obtain additional details about what happened. However, those attempts have been unsuccessful.

]]>https://bloggreyhound.com/news/statement-regarding-incident-in-ohio/feed/0Statement Regarding CBPhttps://bloggreyhound.com/news/statement-regarding-cbp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=statement-regarding-cbp
https://bloggreyhound.com/news/statement-regarding-cbp/#commentsWed, 20 Jun 2018 20:55:45 +0000Alexhttp://bloggreyhound.com/?post_type=news&p=4434While we are required to comply with the law by allowing Border Patrol agents to board our buses when they ask to do so, we do not support or coordinate these searches, nor are we happy about them. We understand that this practice negatively impacts our customers, and we have had conversations with the Border

While we are required to comply with the law by allowing Border Patrol agents to board our buses when they ask to do so, we do not support or coordinate these searches, nor are we happy about them. We understand that this practice negatively impacts our customers, and we have had conversations with the Border Patrol to determine if there is anything that can be done to balance the enforcement of federal law with the dignity and privacy of our valued customers. We have also been in contact with the ACLU for the past few months in order to work towards a solution.

Greyhound is a private company caught in the middle of an issue that is not in our control. Our drivers face arrest and fines for obstructing these agents, and we would not want to put their safety, or the safety of our passengers at risk by attempting to physically stop a federal agent from boarding.

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https://bloggreyhound.com/news/website-alert-feb-3-and-feb-6/#commentsWed, 31 Jan 2018 16:52:14 +0000Alexhttp://bloggreyhound.com/?post_type=news&p=4422FEBRUARY 3: WEBSITE ALERT: We have scheduled maintenance to Greyhound.com, mobile.greyhound.com and the Greyhound mobile app on February 3 between approximately 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. CT. If you’re traveling during this time please print your tickets and look up your station’s location before 1 a.m. CT. Customers will not be able to book or

WEBSITE ALERT: We have scheduled maintenance to Greyhound.com, mobile.greyhound.com and the Greyhound mobile app on February 3 between approximately 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. CT.

If you’re traveling during this time please print your tickets and look up your station’s location before 1 a.m. CT. Customers will not be able to book or retrieve print at home or E-Tickets during this time. Will Call tickets will not be impacted.

If you’ve booked an E-Ticket for a trip between 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. CT please print your E-Ticket before coming to the station.

Booking on all platforms will be available again at approximately 3 a.m. CT.

BusTracker.Greyhound.com will continue to work during this outage so you can track your bus for updates.

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FEBRUARY 6: We have scheduled maintenance to Greyhound.com, mobile.greyhound.com and the Greyhound mobile app on February 6 between approximately 2 a.m. and 7 a.m. CT.

If you’re traveling during this time please print your tickets and look up your station’s location before 2 a.m. CT. Customers will not be able to book or retrieve will call, print at home or E-Tickets during this time.

If you’ve booked an E-Ticket for a trip between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m. CT please print your E-Ticket before coming to the station.

Booking on all platforms will be available again at approximately 7 a.m. CT.

BusTracker.Greyhound.com will continue to work during this outage so you can track your bus for updates.

]]>https://bloggreyhound.com/news/website-alert-feb-3-and-feb-6/feed/0Statement regarding incident in Ft. Lauderdalehttps://bloggreyhound.com/news/statement-regarding-incident-in-ft-lauderdale/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=statement-regarding-incident-in-ft-lauderdale
https://bloggreyhound.com/news/statement-regarding-incident-in-ft-lauderdale/#commentsMon, 22 Jan 2018 20:14:05 +0000Alexhttp://bloggreyhound.com/?post_type=news&p=4417Many of you have reached out about your concerns of what happened in Fort Lauderdale this weekend. We hear you, and we are listening. We are required to comply with all local, state and federal laws and to cooperate with the relevant enforcement agencies if they ask to board our buses or enter stations. Unfortunately, even routine transportation checks

]]>Many of you have reached out about your concerns of what happened in Fort Lauderdale this weekend. We hear you, and we are listening. We are required to comply with all local, state and federal laws and to cooperate with the relevant enforcement agencies if they ask to board our buses or enter stations. Unfortunately, even routine transportation checks negatively impact our operations and some customers directly. We encourage anyone with concerns about what happened to reach out directly to these agencies. Greyhound will also reach out to the agencies to see if there is anything we can do on our end to minimize any negative effect of this process.

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https://bloggreyhound.com/weekender-bags/#commentsFri, 11 Aug 2017 18:08:34 +0000Carolinehttp://bloggreyhound.com/?p=4391Are you in need of some new luggage? With summer coming to an end and holiday travel slowing approaching, we can imagine your bags have been through a lot! It’s time to upgrade your bag without breaking the bank. Here are some weekender bags that we recommend. 1. H&M Canvas Weekend Bag – $49.99

]]>Are you in need of some new luggage? With summer coming to an end and holiday travel slowing approaching, we can imagine your bags have been through a lot! It’s time to upgrade your bag without breaking the bank. Here are some weekender bags that we recommend.

]]>https://bloggreyhound.com/guia-de-regalos-para-este-dia-del-padre/feed/0Father’s Day Gift Guidehttps://bloggreyhound.com/fathers-day-gift-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fathers-day-gift-guide
https://bloggreyhound.com/fathers-day-gift-guide/#commentsWed, 14 Jun 2017 15:54:52 +0000Carolinehttp://bloggreyhound.com/?p=4325Shopping for your dad can be difficult. Whenever I ask my dad what he would like for any holiday or birthday, his response is always the same, “I’m fine. You don’t need to get me a present.” Well, we are here to help spark some ideas to surprise him with a gift! 1. Yeti Rabler Tumbler

]]>Shopping for your dad can be difficult. Whenever I ask my dad what he would like for any holiday or birthday, his response is always the same, “I’m fine. You don’t need to get me a present.” Well, we are here to help spark some ideas to surprise him with a gift!

Does your dad love hot coffee or even iced coffee? If so, this is the gift for him! The YETI Tumbler keeps liquids hot through the morning and can keep iced drinks cool through the afternoon. Plus, it has double-wall vacuum insulation and you don’t have to worry about condensation. This gift will last a lifetime.

]]>https://bloggreyhound.com/fathers-day-gift-guide/feed/0Places That Inspire: Contesthttps://bloggreyhound.com/places-that-inspire/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=places-that-inspire
https://bloggreyhound.com/places-that-inspire/#commentsMon, 22 May 2017 17:34:24 +0000Alexhttp://bloggreyhound.com/?p=4315Inspiration can come from many things – from people you know, historical figures, great architecture, art or stories you’ve been told. One thing we know to be true, the further you go, the more inspiration you can find. This Memorial Day we want you to show us what inspires you! Whether it’s in your own

]]>Inspiration can come from many things – from people you know, historical figures, great architecture, art or stories you’ve been told. One thing we know to be true, the further you go, the more inspiration you can find.

This Memorial Day we want you to show us what inspires you! Whether it’s in your own backyard or somewhere across North America, snap a photo for a chance to be featured on our pages or win Road Rewards perks. Post photos with #GreyhoundInspires or to our Facebook page before May 30 telling us about the people, places or things that inspire you.

Wondering where we go when we’re looking for inspiration? Here are just a few:

Lincoln Memorial (Washington, D.C.)

Visiting Lincoln while in Washington, D.C. is an absolute must. But when you’re looking for inspiration, this spot has it all. From the impressive architecture to the location being the backdrop to monumental events in U.S. history, and the man whom the memorial was created to honor, you won’t have trouble finding inspiration here.

The Fearless Girl (New York City)

From time to time we all need a reminder of what confidence looks like. Staring down the Charging Bull in NYC, the Fearless Girl knows no dream is too big for her. She doesn’t just stand in front of adversity, she’s ready to take it head on.

Freedom Trail (Boston)

Follow the 2.5-mile walk to see 16 locations that played critical roles in America gaining its independence. In museums, meeting houses, churches and burial grounds you’ll learn about the people who originally shaped the United States.

Red Rock Amphitheater (Denver)

If a city escape isn’t for you, Denver’s mountains are a perfect place to head. Go for a hike in Red Rocks Amphitheater or on one of the many trails around town. When you’re done here, head back into town and hop on a B-Cycle to explore this mountain town even further.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial (Washington, D.C.)

Once you pass through two mounds of granite known as “The Mountain of Despair” you will see the 30-foot memorial at the foot of the “Stone of Hope” paying tribute to the most influential civil rights leader in American history and his “I have a dream” speech. Walk around the memorial to find 14 of Dr. King’s most powerful quotes.

Cloud Gate (Chicago)

In the heart of downtown Chicago you’ll find Cloud Gate in Millennium Park. What makes this public art piece unique is its shape and how visitors engage with it. Some art is meant to be viewed, but Cloud Gate (or the Bean) gives its visitors an immersive experience where they can soak in the cityscape behind it, look above at the clouds, or take a really artsy selfie.

Food in South Texas

Have no shame in knowing that a great meal can inspire you to do great things. When you’re looking for some of the best food in the nation, head to South Texas where the real question is if you want queso or guacamole with your chips. (We recommend both.)

Calle Ocho (Miami)

Colorful murals, monuments to heroes past and present, and people playing dominoes fill this street in Little Havana. Soak in the Hispanic culture while sipping on coffee for a taste of Cuban coffee without having to cross an ocean.

Now it’s over to you! Tag your photos #GreyhoundInspires on social media or add them to our Facebook page to tell us what inspires you! You never know, that photo might get featured on our pages or we can send a Road Reward perk your way! (We’ll be reaching out to winners on June 1.)

***By using #GreyhoundInspires you are agreeing to allow us to repost your photos in accordance with our #GreyhoundYes policy. You can read this here.

]]>https://bloggreyhound.com/places-that-inspire/feed/0Go green by going Greyhoundhttps://bloggreyhound.com/green-ways-to-travel/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=green-ways-to-travel
https://bloggreyhound.com/green-ways-to-travel/#commentsMon, 17 Apr 2017 16:43:14 +0000adminhttp://bloggreyhound.com/?p=3668While traveling by bus is the most eco-friendly way to get around, going Greyhound means a lot more than taking dozens of cars off the road each time we leave the station. From our engine design to the stations we’re in, being good stewards of the environment is always top of mind in our day-to-day

]]>While traveling by bus is the most eco-friendly way to get around, going Greyhound means a lot more than taking dozens of cars off the road each time we leave the station. From our engine design to the stations we’re in, being good stewards of the environment is always top of mind in our day-to-day operations.

Let’s start with how our buses are designed:

Our engines have the latest technology available, lowering fuel consumption by 15 percent. Plus our bus’s transmissions have been re-programmed to be as efficient as possible when they’re on the road, which leads to less fuel burned and less pollution in the air. Nitrous oxide emissions are 50 percent lower, and carbon emissions are only 56 grams per passenger on our buses compared to 371 grams for a single-passenger car.

The 1954 double decker Scenicruiser was a pretty great bus and we understand why it’s always been a fan-favorite. But as time has passed we saw that double decker buses weren’t as friendly to the environment because of their weight. Single level buses are gentler on roads minimizing the wear and tear on highways. Over time, roads have to have work done to keep them in good shape which can take a toll on the environment, and traffic jams from road construction leads to more fuel being burned. While buses are heavier than cars, we think we’ve found the best combination because on average one bus takes 32 cars off the road per day!

This means each bus can get as much as 450 passenger miles per gallon! This is a huge difference from domestic air carriers who only get 42 passenger MPG and single passenger cars that get 28 passenger MPG on average.

When it’s time to paint our buses, there are better ways to go than spraying it on. We’ve reduced how many chemical solvents and reducers are in the paint we use because even though they can make buses look great, they’re not very good for the environment. Whenever we use paint we use water-based paints that can be applied with rollers instead of being sprayed when we need to.

What about the stations?

Our buses aren’t the only things going green at Greyhound – we have LEED Certified stations in Nashville and Sacramento and have moved many of our stops into Intermodal facilitates where we share a space with other modes of transportation. By sharing a building with other carriers, including local transit, we’re cutting back on the resources needed for each of us to have a separate building that takes a toll on our environment – plus it makes traveling a whole lot more convenient when you need to transfer from your city bus to your Greyhound bus.

We aren’t happy with staying at status quo so we’re always looking at ways to be better stewards of the environment. We have monthly inspections to make sure everything is up to our standards and will test programs to see if we can make our operations a little greener. We’re even testing out a new bus wash at our Miami garage that will use 85 percent recycled water later this year!

Anything else?

We don’t think being eco-friendly should be something left to technology and equipment alone, which is why in addition to the tech inside the bus, our drivers are trained so we limit how much time our buses idle so fewer emissions are let into the air when they don’t need to be.

Recycling isn’t just for paper at Greyhound – our maintenance garages will recycle oil and retread our tires to make sure nothing goes to waste or ends up in a landfill when there’s no need.

Earth Day may come once a year but working to take care of our environment is something we do proudly every day.